We are hiring a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. This role involves the manual and equipment-assisted loading and unloading of freight, general warehouse labor, maintenance, and inventory handling. The Forklift Operator will take full ownership of the assigned dock area and ensure all materials are processed and stored accurately, safely, and efficiently.
1st shift - 6am to 230pm M -F
OT throughout the week and on Saturdays as needed
$17.50 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Shipping & Receiving
Unload and load trucks using hand trucks, pallet jacks, or forklifts
Check merchandise against purchase orders and sales orders
Properly document, scan, and verify inbound and outbound shipments
Order Handling & Inventory
Read and interpret customer orders, shipping orders, or work requisitions
Accurately pick, move, and store items according to account and location
Record shipment information and maintain accurate documentation
Forklift Operations
Safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment
Perform required user maintenance and inspection checks before, during, and after use
Cube and stack loads properly for safe transport and storage
Quality & Compliance
Scan outbound shipments to ensure accuracy and identify damaged items
Inspect outbound products for quality assurance
Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines
Warehouse Maintenance & General Duties
Assist with sweeping, storing equipment, and other upkeep tasks
Ensure dock is cleared of freight and debris at the end of each shift
Report any issues to team leaders and assist as needed in warehouse operations
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 3 months of related warehouse or forklift experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Basic math skills: add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers and decimals
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and with a team
Available to work various shifts
Certifications & Requirements:
Valid driver's license or equivalent
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, reaching, and handling materials
Visual acuity for identifying freight and reading documents
Exposure to warehouse conditions, including hot, cold, and humid environments
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) may be required in designated areas
Apply Now!
If you take pride in your work, enjoy operating equipment, and want to be part of a strong and growing team, we invite you to apply for the Forklift Operator position today.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Greer, SC
Industry
Business Services - Other
Company Size
20 to 49 employees
About Company
Emerge extends sales, marketing, and business management teams for enterprise corporations. We put exceptional people, processes, and systems into action to help our clients achieve their business goals.
We are a collection of people who care deeply about our clients, family, friends and co-workers. Working together to solve our clients’ Staffing and Managed Services needs is what drives us to work in the morning, powers us through hectic travel and keeps the wide smiles on our faces every day.
Skills
Cargo/Freightunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Environmental Regulationsunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Pallet Jackunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Salesunmatched
Shipping/Receivingunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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